1981 Citroen LN vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 730 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Flaminia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1961 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | LN | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
